National Executive Council's decision to disband the Task Force Sweep Team has been permanently stayed by the National Court. The decision was handed down this morning by Justice Les Gavera- Nanu. A decision by the N-E-C on June 18 and 24th respectively to disband the Sweep Team and have files transferred to a new interim investigative body are stayed effectively. Sweep Chairman Sam Koim filed a review application after the decision citing personal bias and unreasonable actions in its removal. The judge among others agreed there is a strong case established and that interest of justice is paramount as millions of kina have been allegedly stolen by individuals. Justice Gavera-Nanu also says its important the files are kept by the Sweep team to avoid risk of it being destroyed.